1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 282 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Spider | DS |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |