1989 Audi 100 vs. 1949 Citroen 15
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Audi 100 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1949 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 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 | 1300 kg | 1326 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 |
