2001 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1980 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, 2001 Audi A6 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 1980 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Visa |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |