1966 Audi Variant vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 412 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Variant | C5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
