2002 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 28 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 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 685 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.
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, 2002 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | GS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
