1983 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 44 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
