1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 252 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, 1966 Citroen DS (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 | DS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
