1969 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
