1977 Audi 100 vs. 1982 Citroen BX
To start off, 1982 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1982 Citroen BX.
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, 1977 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1982 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | BX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
