2005 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 25 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 728 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, 2005 Audi A6 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 1980 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Visa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 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 - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 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 | 1450 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 Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |