1989 Audi 90 vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,308 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 43 kg more than 1989 Audi 90.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Audi 90 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | DS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3140 mm |
