1976 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Audi 100.
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, 1976 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1978 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | CX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
