1976 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 36 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 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | CX | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
