2008 Audi A3 vs. 1950 Citroen 15
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
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, 2008 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1950 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |
