1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 29 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 75 | DS |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |