1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. 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, 2012 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 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 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | 15 | A5 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1760 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 |