2009 Audi A3 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | Visa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |