1981 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. 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, 1981 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | BX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
