1981 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. 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, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | AX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
