1966 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 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, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | DS | SP-4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2340 mm |
