1968 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 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, 1968 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | DS | Charade |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |
