1983 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 30 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 762 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti G is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Infiniti G. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | BX | G |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
