1959 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 384 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | DS | Charade |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 989 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
