1959 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 50 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 391 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |