1973 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1973 Citroen DS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 304 kg more than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2430 mm |