1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 166 | DS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
