1960 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 229 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2001 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | DS | Terios |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |
