1998 Audi A6 vs. 1942 Citroen 15
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 56 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1942 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1942 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
