1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | 2CV | A5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 67 L |
