1983 Citroen BX vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Riley Pathfinder (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 636 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.
Because 1953 Riley Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | BX | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 120 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |