1986 Audi 90 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 27 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 555 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
