1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (85 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A1 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1979 Citroen Visa. 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, 2011 Audi A1 (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 2011 Audi A1 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | Visa | A1 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |