1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1956 Citroen DS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 1900 | DS |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |
