2003 Audi A2 vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 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, 1976 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | CX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
