1979 Audi 100 vs. 1991 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1991 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | ZX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
