1992 Audi 100 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1992 Audi 100 is newer by 17 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 4,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi 100 (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi 100 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, 1992 Audi 100 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi 100 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | CX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
