2004 Audi S4 vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1960 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV. 2004 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1960 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1960 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S4 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 19 L |
