1965 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 41 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 4 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | DS | Terios |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
