1959 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 50 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 5 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 363 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | DS | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |
