1959 Citroen DS vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1973 Nissan Violet is newer by 14 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Violet |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
