1983 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 465 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 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | BX | Leon |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |