1983 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Lada 111
To start off, 1999 Lada 111 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada 111 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX.
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 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1999 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | BX | 111 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
