1981 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
