1971 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1971 Audi 100.
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, 2010 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
