2009 Audi S4 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S4 weights approximately 125 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.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2009 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S4 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | S4 | Visa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |