2009 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 735 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Visa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3121 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |