1997 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Citroen Bx
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Bx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Bx would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Bx. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1993 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, 1997 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1993 Citroen Bx | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Bx |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 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 | 1440 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
