1983 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 13 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 160 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, 1996 Honda CRX (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | CRX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
