1976 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 17 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), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 168 kg more than 1976 Audi 100.
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, 1976 Audi 100 (168 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | DS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
