1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 61 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT 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 TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV. 2011 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1950 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1950 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | 2CV | TT |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
