1999 Audi S8 vs. 1979 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1979 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1979 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S8 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
