1998 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 23 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 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, 1998 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | CX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
