1964 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Citroen DS weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1964 Citroen DS (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 1990 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | DS | Applause |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
