1956 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 263 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | DS | TT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
