1977 Audi 100 vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1951 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, 1977 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1951 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 19 L |
