1948 Austin 16 vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX.
Because 1948 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 1983 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 16 | BX |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 899 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
