1991 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 12 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 164.
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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (289 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 164 | DS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
