1956 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 49 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 572 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Terrano |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |