2004 Audi S4 vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S4 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 60 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 19 L |
