1998 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 42 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, 1998 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 73 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Audi A4 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A4 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | DS |
Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1258 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |