1990 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
