1980 Audi 200 vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 4 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 144 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | CX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
