1983 Citroen BX vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 210 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 1962 Holden FB Special 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 1962 Holden FB Special. 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | BX | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
