2009 Audi A4 vs. 1987 Citroen Visa

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1987 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 A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 1987 Citroen Visa
Make Audi Citroen
Model A4 Visa
Year Released 2009 1987
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 652 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 50 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 70 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 722 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 40 L