1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi Super 90 (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi Super 90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Because 1968 Audi Super 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Audi Super 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi Super 90 | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Super 90 | CX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
