1980 Audi Sport vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 450 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1966 Citroen DS | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Sport | DS |
Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 25 L |