1957 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | DS | TT |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |