1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 62 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A1 (85 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A1 weights approximately 358 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.
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, 2010 Audi A1 (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Audi A1 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | 2CV | A1 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 34 L |