1966 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 46 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 91 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Sentra |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1359 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |