1984 Citroen BX vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 would be higher. Both 1984 Citroen BX and 1976 Peugeot 104 are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 104 (80 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 109 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 104 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2240 mm |
