1941 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 71 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Citroen 15 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Audi A1.
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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Citroen 15 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | 15 | A1 |
Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2469 mm |