2006 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Mehari 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 226 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 952 kg more than 1982 Citroen Mehari. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1982 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
