1984 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Vauxhall Viva weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Vauxhall Viva 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 Vauxhall Viva. 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, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | BX | Viva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
