1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1529 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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 A8 (445 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | 2CV | A8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| 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 | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3122 mm |
