2006 Audi TT vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 387 kg more than 1960 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, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | DS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
