2006 Audi A3 vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 51 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 967 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 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 19 L |
