1967 Citroen DS vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 367 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Cedric |
Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2540 mm |