2000 Audi TT vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 (226 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | BX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| 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 | 180 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
