1959 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Audi 80
To start off, 1972 Audi 80 is newer by 13 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, 1972 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 408 kg more than 1972 Audi 80.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi 80. (112 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1972 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | DS | 80 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
