1984 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Zastava 1300 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 2 more horse power than 1974 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1974 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX.
Because 1974 Zastava 1300 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 1974 Zastava 1300. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1974 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Zastava |
| Model | BX | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
