1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA and 1967 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 335 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1967 Citroen DS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | GTA | DS |
Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |