1978 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1978 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 C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
