1968 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, both 1968 Citroen DS and 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DS | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
