1965 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 660 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1992 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | DS | Charade |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |