1985 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Citroen C2
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 24 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 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, 1985 Audi 100 (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2009 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 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 | 2320 mm |
