1973 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | 1400 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2310 mm |