2000 Audi A6 vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 45 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 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 1020 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 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 19 L |
