1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 585 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Coupe | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
