2001 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | GS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
