1986 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Citroen C3
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,921 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2007 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 177 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 | 1170 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
