1983 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 15 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 184 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, 1998 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
