1983 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Citroen C4
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 22 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1983 Audi 80.
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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2005 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
