2006 Audi A6 vs. 1962 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1962 Citroen 2CV. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1962 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 19 L |
