1975 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
