2000 Audi TT vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1984 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | BX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
