1966 Citroen DS vs. 1984 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1984 Nissan Silvia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1984 Nissan Silvia 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 1984 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1984 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1984 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Silvia |
Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |