1980 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Citroen BX
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1989 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | BX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
