1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 240 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1957 Citroen DS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 1750 | DS |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |