1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 4 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | DS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
