2006 Audi A4 vs. 1949 Citroen 15
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1949 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 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 1949 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1949 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
