1980 Audi Sport vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 24 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 258 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Sport | DS |
Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1258 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |