1955 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1955 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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 S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | 15 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2809 mm |
