1967 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube.
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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Cube |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 172 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
