2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1966 Nissan President
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan President weights approximately 609 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2, 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, 1966 Nissan President (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1966 Nissan President | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | President |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2974 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |
