1979 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Citroen AX
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 9 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, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1988 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1988 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | AX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| 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 | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
