1969 Audi Variant vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 450 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Variant | CX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
