1986 Audi 80 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 25 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 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 206 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1587 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 | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 147 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 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| 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 | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
