2008 Audi A6 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 1948 Citroen 2CV
Make Audi Citroen
Model A6 2CV
Year Released 2008 1948
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 375 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 9 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 23 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 62 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 62 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 6.2:1
Top Speed 246 km/hour 63 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 682 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 20 L