1986 Audi 100 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 30 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Audi 100 (139 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | DS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
