1983 Audi 80 vs. 2002 Citroen C2
To start off, 2002 Citroen C2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C2 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1983 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, 2002 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2002 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | C2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
