1999 Audi A2 vs. 1956 Citroen 15
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1956 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3100 mm |
