1983 Audi 80 vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 25 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 260 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
