2005 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 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 A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 1045 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 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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 A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 11 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 19 L |
