1983 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 6 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. 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 (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 205 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
