1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 24 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1989 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 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (235 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 75 | DS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4850 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 |
