1993 Audi S2 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1993 Audi S2 is newer by 34 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi S2 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi S2 weights approximately 873 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 1993 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi S2 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, 1993 Audi S2 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi S2 | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S2 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 13 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 19 L |
