1959 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 40 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (126 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 558 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 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
