1956 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 50 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 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 2006 Nissan 1400. 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
