2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1974 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1974 Nissan Laurel 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 1974 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso, 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, 1974 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Picasso | 1974 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Picasso | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |