1973 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 194 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2675 mm |
