1959 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Nissan Silvia is newer by 24 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, 1983 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1983 Nissan Silvia 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 1983 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1983 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Silvia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 179 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |