1980 Audi Sport vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 234 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Sport | Xantia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1234 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |