1980 Audi 200 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | CX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
