1983 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Civic weights approximately 1 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.
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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 1987 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | Civic |
Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |