1982 Audi 80 vs. 1945 Citroen 15
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 37 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, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Audi 80.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi 80 | 1945 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 80 | 15 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1945 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3100 mm |