2007 Audi A4 vs. 1992 Citroen BX
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1992 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, 2007 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1992 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | BX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 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 | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1275 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
