1991 Audi 200 vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 1991 Audi 200 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 200 (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 200 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 200 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, 1991 Audi 200 (315 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 200 | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | DS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3130 mm |
