2007 Audi RS4 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 59 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 968 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 2007 Audi RS4 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, 2007 Audi RS4 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, 2007 Audi RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | RS4 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 20 L |
