2005 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 853 kg more than 1986 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1986 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
