1983 Citroen BX vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 Renault 4. 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, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
