2009 Audi A6 vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1983 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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 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 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Visa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |