1988 Audi V8 vs. 1945 Citroen 15
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 43 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1945 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | V8 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3100 mm |
