1983 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 20 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, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda City weights approximately 50 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, 2003 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 2003 Honda City | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | City |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |