1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1971 Citroen DS
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen DS weights approximately 17 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1971 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 145 | DS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3130 mm |
