1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1968 Citroen DS
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 130 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, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1968 Citroen DS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 1750 | DS |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |