1983 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 29 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, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 145 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, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | BX | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
