2006 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 756 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. 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 1978 Citroen Visa. 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 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Visa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |