1985 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Citroen C2
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. 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, 2005 Citroen C2 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2005 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 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 | 1145 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
