1966 Audi Variant vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1966 Audi Variant is newer by 10 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Audi Variant (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 188 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant.
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, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Variant | DS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1258 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3130 mm |
