1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 313 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (176 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 2000 | DS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3140 mm |
