1993 Audi S2 vs. 1971 Citroen DS
To start off, 1993 Audi S2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi S2 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi S2 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 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, 1993 Audi S2 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi S2 | 1971 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S2 | DS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3130 mm |
