1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 36 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 614 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.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Quattro | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
