1977 Audi 100 vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 33 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, 1977 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1977 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Audi 100 | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 100 | 15 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |