1947 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Audi A5

To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1947 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Citroen 15. 2012 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1947 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1947 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1947 Citroen 15 2012 Audi A5
Make Citroen Audi
Model 15 A5
Year Released 1947 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2867 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1382 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2751 mm


 

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