1977 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Citroen AX
To start off, 1995 Citroen AX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1995 Citroen AX. 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, 1977 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1995 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | AX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
