2009 Audi A3 vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1985 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 (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 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 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | Visa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |