1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 214 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Citroen 15 | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | 15 | TT |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
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 | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2469 mm |