2007 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1980 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 A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1980 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
