2005 Audi A3 vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1984 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | BX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
