1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Audi S3 is newer by 63 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S3 weights approximately 773 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 2011 Audi S3 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, 2011 Audi S3 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, 2011 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | 2CV | S3 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 60 L |
