2000 Audi A4 vs. 1981 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 783 kg more than 1981 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 1981 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | Visa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |