1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Audi 4000
To start off, 1986 Audi 4000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Because 1986 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 1986 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 1986 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1986 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Visa | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
