2006 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1985 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
