1974 Austin Maxi vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Austin Maxi.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Maxi | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maxi | BX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
