1979 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 100 | Visa |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |