1979 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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 RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | CX | RS5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2751 mm |
