2005 Audi TT vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 125 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 TT (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1978 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
