1979 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
