1960 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2440 mm |