1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 28 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 118 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1984 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 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Giulietta | DS |
Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1258 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |