1996 Audi S6 vs. 1974 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1974 Citroen Dyane. 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 1974 Citroen Dyane. 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 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1974 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S6 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 43 L |
