1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 12 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Junior | DS |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3140 mm |