1985 Audi 200 vs. 1942 Citroen 15
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Audi 200.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15. 1985 Audi 200 has automatic transmission and 1942 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1942 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Audi 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1942 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3100 mm |
