1996 Audi A3 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (100 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 186 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (136 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | DS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |
