2004 Audi A3 vs. 1945 Citroen 15
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1945 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15. 2004 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1945 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1945 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1945 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
