2004 Audi A3 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | BX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
