1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 213 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 2000 | DS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
