1960 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 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 2012 Nissan NP300. 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | NP300 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |