1944 Citroen 7 vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 7 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (35 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 524 kg more than 1944 Citroen 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Citroen 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 7 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | 400 R |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
