2000 Audi TT vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 21 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | CX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3100 mm |
