2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV

To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.

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2003 Audi RS6 1959 Citroen 2CV
Make Audi Citroen
Model RS6 2CV
Year Released 2003 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 423 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 444 HP 12 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 25 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 66 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 62 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 495 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 19 L