2006 Audi A3 vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 20 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 230 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, 1986 Citroen BX (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | BX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1265 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
