1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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 Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15. 2012 Audi Q3 has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | 15 | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
