2001 Audi A8 vs. 1961 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1961 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, 2001 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1961 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
