1980 Audi Sport vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 32 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) has 192 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C4. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Sport | C4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |