2003 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1981 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A6 | 1981 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Mehari |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |