1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | 2CV | A4 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 64 L |