1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 35 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 936 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Audi A5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Visa | A5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
