1959 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1972 Nissan Gloria is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1972 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 25 kg more than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1972 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
