1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 869 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Visa | A6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2912 mm |
