1982 Citroen BX vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen BX weights approximately 136 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Citroen BX (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | 323 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
