1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 9 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 88 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GTV | DS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
