1984 Citroen BX vs. 1988 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1988 Westfield ZEI is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 165 kg more than 1988 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1988 Westfield ZEI 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 1988 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1988 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 1988 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Citroen | Westfield |
Model | BX | ZEI |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |