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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 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 614 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 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 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 | 1598 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 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 | 1340 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |