1959 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 45 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 2,506 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 67 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Sentra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1253 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |