1960 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 51 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
