1967 Audi Variant vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1967 Audi Variant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Audi Variant (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 512 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Audi Variant (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Variant | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 19 L |
