1995 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 20 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | CX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
