2008 Audi S4 vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S4 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
| 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 | 1160 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
