1984 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti SS 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 10 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Moretti SS 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 1969 Moretti SS. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | BX | SS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |
