2005 Audi A3 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 46 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, 2005 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 137 kg more than 1959 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, 2005 Audi A3 (149 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | DS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
