2006 Audi TT vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 TT (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 1990 Citroen BX | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | TT | BX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |