1973 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | DS | Terios |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2590 mm |