1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | 2CV | R8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 90 L |
