1980 Audi Sport vs. 2003 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 23 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 233 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 270 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen Xsara. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2003 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Sport | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
