1983 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1990 Eagle Summit is newer by 7 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Eagle Summit weights approximately 140 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, 1990 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1990 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Citroen | Eagle |
| Model | BX | Summit |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
