1956 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 37 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Citroen | Italdesign |
| Model | DS | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
