1980 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1980 Audi 100 is newer by 1 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1980 Audi 100. 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 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | CX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |
