1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 36 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1960 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 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 145 | DS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |
