1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 785 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Impala 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 1973 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Impala | BX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
