1983 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 107 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 107.
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, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 2009 Peugeot 107 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | BX | 107 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |