1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2012 Audi S4 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 S4 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 S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | 2CV | S4 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 64 L |