1983 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 16 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 220 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
