1956 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 57 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 36 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Sentra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |