1975 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 295 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | CX | TT |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2469 mm |
