1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | BX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
