1965 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 49 kg more than 1965 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 Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Primera |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |