2004 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | Visa |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |