1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (138 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | 2CV | A3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
