2003 Audi A2 vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A2 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1983 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | BX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
