1998 Audi A3 vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1998 Audi A3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A3 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A3 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 1951 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 19 L |
