1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Buick Invicta 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 1961 Buick Invicta. 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 1983 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Invicta | BX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
