1975 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, both 1975 Citroen CX and 1975 Audi Fox were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 478 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox. 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen CX | 1975 Audi Fox | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | CX | Fox |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |