1976 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX 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 25 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Audi 100 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 1976 Audi 100. 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 (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | CX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
