2006 Audi TT vs. 1986 Citroen CX
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
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, 2006 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1986 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | CX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3100 mm |
