1998 Audi A6 vs. 1948 Citroen 15
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15.
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 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 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 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1948 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
