1983 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 25 weights approximately 211 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 Rover 25 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2006 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | BX | 25 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
