1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 43 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 47 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
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 146 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 146 | DS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |