1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 402 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.
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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi Coupe | 1967 Citroen DS | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Coupe | DS |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |