1999 Audi TT vs. 1973 Citroen DS
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Audi TT (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1973 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | DS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 152 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 | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3130 mm |
