1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Dyane 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 184 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane. 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 1972 Citroen Dyane. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Dyane | A6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2912 mm |
