1984 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Florian (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 100 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | BX | Florian |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
