2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2.
Because 1968 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 1968 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, 1968 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 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 | 1968 Nissan President | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | President |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 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 |
