1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 25 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 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 10 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 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 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 GTV6. 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GTV6 | DS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
