1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 347 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Alfasud | DS |
Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |