1956 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 251 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Primera |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |