1980 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1980 Audi 100.
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, 2009 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
