2004 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 30 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, 2004 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | CX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
