1966 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1966 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 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DS | 159 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
