1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 25 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (306 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Because 1984 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (350 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Coupe | DS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3140 mm |
