2006 Audi A4 vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1944 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, 2006 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
