1973 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | DS | TT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2469 mm |
