1985 Audi 100 vs. 1941 Citroen 15
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Citroen 15 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 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, 1941 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1941 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1941 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 100 | 15 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3100 mm |