1982 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 28 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen BX weights approximately 126 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
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, 1982 Citroen BX (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | iQ |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 32 L |
