1979 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xantia is newer by 22 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 190 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, 2001 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2001 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
