2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1972 Audi 80
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi 80 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. 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, 1972 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1972 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C1 | 80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
