1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 31 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1967 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 (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 166 | DS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
