1983 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1100 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
