1985 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Audi A1. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 380 kg more than 2011 Audi A1. 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, 2011 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | CX | A1 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
