1971 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 693 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 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 C8 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
