1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 13 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 294 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GT | DS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
