2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Allroad | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 20 L |
