2004 Audi RS6 vs. 1981 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2004 Audi RS6 is newer by 23 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1118 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 2004 Audi RS6 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, 2004 Audi RS6 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, 2004 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 1981 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | RS6 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 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 | 1840 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 |
