2007 Audi A3 vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
