1983 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z 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. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 61 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX.
Because 2005 Honda Z 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, 2005 Honda Z 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 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Z |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
