1997 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 30 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 177 kg more than 1997 Audi A4.
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, 1997 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | DS |
Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |