1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 1972 Citroen DS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 2600 | DS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3130 mm |
