1978 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Citroen Bx
To start off, 1986 Citroen Bx is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Bx (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Citroen Bx (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Bx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1986 Citroen Bx | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Bx |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
