2009 Audi TT vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 201 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | TT | 2CV |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 19 L |