1983 Citroen BX vs. 1953 Citroen 15
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1953 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | 15 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
