2006 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 26 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), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 683 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, 2006 Audi A4 (286 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 1980 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A4 | Visa |
Year Released | 2006 | 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 | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |