2004 Audi A2 vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A2 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 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, 2004 Audi A2 (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | BX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 73 mm |
| 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 | 1070 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
