1957 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Infiniti G20
To start off, 1996 Infiniti G20 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Infiniti G20.
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, 1996 Infiniti G20 (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1996 Infiniti G20 | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | DS | G20 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |