2006 Audi S4 vs. 1956 Citroen 2CV

To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.

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2006 Audi S4 1956 Citroen 2CV
Make Audi Citroen
Model S4 2CV
Year Released 2006 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 374 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 340 HP 10 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 22 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 66 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.7 mm 62 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 495 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 19 L