2008 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 898 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1979 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 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 | 1620 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
