1983 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1993 Xedos 6 is newer by 10 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Xedos 6 weights approximately 296 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, 1993 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Xedos |
| Model | BX | 6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
