1983 Audi 80 vs. 1982 Citroen BX
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen BX weights approximately 56 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. 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, 1982 Citroen BX (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1982 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | BX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
