1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfa 6 | DS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3140 mm |
