2009 Audi TT vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 24 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 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | BX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
