1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 6 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, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 195 kg more than 1982 Austin Ambassador. 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Ambassador | CX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |
