1966 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 26 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
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, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Pintara |
Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |