1959 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 54 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 250 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 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | DS | A3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2578 mm |
