1959 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 49 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | DS | Terios |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |