1987 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3.
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, 1987 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
