1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 64 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 977 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | 2CV | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 100 L |
