1990 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi Fox (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 18 kg more than 1975 Audi Fox.
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, 1975 Audi Fox (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | BX | Fox |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
