2009 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Citroen C
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1995 Citroen C | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
