2004 Audi A3 vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Citroen BX (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | BX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
