2008 Audi A6 vs. 1969 Citroen Dyane 4
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 681 kg more than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Dyane 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
