2006 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 21 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1985 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, 2006 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | BX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
