2005 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
