1986 Audi 80 vs. 2003 Citroen C2
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1986 Audi 80.
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 80 (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 2003 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | C2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
