2006 Audi TT vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 19 L |
