1956 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 40 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 633 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
