1971 Audi Variant vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 1971 Audi Variant is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1971 Audi Variant. 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Variant | 15 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3100 mm |
