1968 Audi 100 vs. 1950 Citroen 15
To start off, 1968 Audi 100 is newer by 18 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, 1968 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1968 Audi 100.
Because 1968 Audi 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 1950 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 100 | 15 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 6.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3100 mm |