1995 Audi S6 vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1995 Audi S6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,226 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi S6 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi S6 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 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, 1995 Audi S6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi S6 | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S6 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 19 L |
