1959 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 48 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Sentra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 244 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |