1983 Citroen BX vs. 1988 Citroen AX
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 5 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. 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, 1983 Citroen BX (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1988 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | AX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
