2001 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
