1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | 2CV | A6 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2912 mm |
