2004 Audi A3 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 37 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | DS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
