1990 Audi 200 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1990 Audi 200 is newer by 31 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. 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, 1990 Audi 200 (252 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 200 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | DS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
