1989 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
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, 2010 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
