1991 Audi 80 vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 588 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
