2006 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Citroen DS
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen DS (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 Citroen DS.
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, 1970 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1970 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | DS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |
