1984 Citroen BX vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Because 1963 Skoda Felicia 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 1963 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | BX | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
