1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 32 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Coupe | DS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
