1967 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 45 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, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 852 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano 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 2012 Tata Nano. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | DS | Nano |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
