1959 Citroen DS vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 16 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS.
Because 1975 Nissan Cedric 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 1975 Nissan Cedric. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (127 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Cedric |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1380 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 |