1983 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 27 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Bantam weights approximately 85 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, 2010 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
