2000 Audi TT vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | DS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
