1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulietta | DS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3130 mm |
