1959 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 51 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 6 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
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 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | DS | Charade |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
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 | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 94 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 36 L |