1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 145 | DS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |
