1967 Alpine A vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1967 Alpine A 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 Alpine A (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alpine A should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 620 kg more than 1967 Alpine A.
Because 1967 Alpine A 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 Alpine A. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alpine A | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A | DS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
