2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1974 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1974 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1974 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | RS6 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 43 L |
