1983 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 22 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. Both 1983 Citroen BX and 2005 Citroen Xsara are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 190 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
