1959 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Audi S3
To start off, 1999 Audi S3 is newer by 40 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, 1999 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S3 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, 1999 Audi S3 (270 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1999 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1999 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | DS | S3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
