1984 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 176 kg more than 1968 Honda S800.
Because 1968 Honda S800 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 1968 Honda S800. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 1968 Honda S800 | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | S800 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |