1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1973 Citroen DS
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 7 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 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1973 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Quattro | DS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3130 mm |
