1959 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1981 Nissan Patrol 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 755 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 Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Patrol (215 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2980 mm |
