2001 Audi A2 vs. 1986 Citroen CX
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1986 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | CX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
