1991 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 32 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 665 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 1991 Audi 80. 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, 1991 Audi 80 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
