1983 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 56 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 1975 Nissan Bluebird 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 1975 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1975 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1975 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
