1959 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DS | 164 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
