1967 Citroen DS vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird 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 61 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 492 kg more than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Nissan Bluebird 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 1966 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2390 mm |
