1983 Citroen BX vs. 1973 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Maverick (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 325 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 1973 Ford Maverick 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 1973 Ford Maverick. 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, 1973 Ford Maverick (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1973 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
