2005 Chevrolet Alero vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Alero is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Alero (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Alero should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Alero.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Alero (199 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Alero | 1965 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Alero | DS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
