1977 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV 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, 1977 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
