1996 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | CX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
