1983 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Record |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
