1956 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 54 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | DS | 147 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |