1983 Audi 80 vs. 1948 Citroen 15
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1983 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, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Audi 80 | 1948 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 80 | 15 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |