1997 Audi A4 vs. 1949 Citroen 15
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 48 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, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1997 Audi A4.
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, 1997 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A4 | 1949 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | 15 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |