1986 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Citroen C
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1985 Citroen C. 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, 1986 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1985 Citroen C | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
