1998 Audi A6 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV

To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 50 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.

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, 1998 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Audi A6 1948 Citroen 2CV
Make Audi Citroen
Model A6 2CV
Year Released 1998 1948
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2459 cc 375 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 138 HP 9 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 23 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2380 mm