2004 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 45 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 895 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.
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, 2004 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | 2CV |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 19 L |