1996 Audi S6 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S6 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 20 L |
