2006 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Citroen Bijou
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen Bijou. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen Bijou would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1960 Citroen Bijou. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen Bijou. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou. 2006 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1960 Citroen Bijou has manual transmission. 1960 Citroen Bijou will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1960 Citroen Bijou | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Bijou |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 19 L |
