1989 Audi 90 vs. 1947 Citroen 15
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Citroen 15 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1989 Audi 90.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 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, 1989 Audi 90 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1947 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3100 mm |
