1985 Audi 100 vs. 1957 Citroen 15
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 95 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, 1957 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm). This means 1957 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 | 1957 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 100 | 15 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 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 |