1983 Citroen BX vs. 1961 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 1 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX.
Because 1961 Skoda Felicia 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 1961 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1983 Citroen BX (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Felicia. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1961 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | BX | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
