1969 Nissan President vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1969 Nissan President.
Because 1969 Nissan President 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 1969 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4, 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan President | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | President | C4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
