1956 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (255 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | DS | 156 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 255 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |