1975 Audi 100 vs. 1945 Citroen 15
To start off, 1975 Audi 100 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1975 Audi 100.
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, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 100 | 1945 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 100 | 15 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1945 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3100 mm |