1985 Audi 90 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 26 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | DS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |
