1983 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
