1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin 1300 | 1990 Citroen BX | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | 1300 | BX |
Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |