2005 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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, 2005 Audi A4 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
