1982 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 25 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, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 88 kg more than 1982 Citroen BX. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
