1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 30 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 | DS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
