2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 41 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 146 | DS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
