1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Quattro | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
