1983 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Mazda 2
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 is newer by 25 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 2 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX.
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, 2008 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2008 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | 2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
