2009 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | 2CV |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 19 L |