1975 Audi 80 vs. 1950 Citroen 15
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 25 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, 1950 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1950 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |
