1985 Audi 100 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 29 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 7 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
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, 1985 Audi 100 (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 100 | DS |
Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3130 mm |