1980 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 19 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
