1956 Citroen DS vs. 1975 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1975 Nissan Laurel is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1975 Nissan Laurel 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 1975 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1975 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1975 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Laurel |
Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 169 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |