2005 Audi A3 vs. 1955 Citroen 15
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1955 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A3 (330 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1955 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
