1983 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 733 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
