1956 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 54 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 71 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
