2009 Audi A3 vs. 1980 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1980 Citroen Mehari. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A3 | 1980 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | Mehari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |