1949 Citroen 11 vs. 1968 Datsun 1800
To start off, 1968 Datsun 1800 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Datsun 1800 (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 11 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Because 1968 Datsun 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Datsun 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 11, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1949 Citroen 11 | 1968 Datsun 1800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Datsun |
| Model | 11 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
