1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 7 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 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 72 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | DS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1258 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |
