1983 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | Life |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |