1983 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Honda S2000
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda S2000 weights approximately 396 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.
Because 2003 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 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 S2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
