1983 Citroen BX vs. 1991 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 8 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 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Eagle Summit weights approximately 326 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, 1991 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Citroen | Eagle |
| Model | BX | Summit |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
