1959 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 22 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 117 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (222 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
