1960 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 47 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, 2007 Nissan Note (85 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 115 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Note (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Note |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |