2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 50 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 147 | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 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 | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
