1976 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
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, 2010 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | CX | A3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
