1971 Audi 100 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1971 Audi 100 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1948 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, 1971 Audi 100 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
