2005 Audi A3 vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 45 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 675 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.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen 2CV 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, 2005 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 19 L |
