2000 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Citroen AX
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1989 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | AX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
