2007 Audi A3 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1985 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
