1987 Audi 90 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1987 Audi 90 is newer by 28 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 90 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 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 10 kg more than 1987 Audi 90.
Because 1987 Audi 90 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, 1987 Audi 90 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, 1987 Audi 90 (186 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1987 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | DS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
