1956 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 53 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, 2009 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 91 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra.
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, 2009 Nissan Micra (185 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Micra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |
