1980 Audi 80 vs. 1998 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15.
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, 1998 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1998 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
