1987 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | AX | A6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
