1985 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1980 Citroen Visa. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1980 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
