1984 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1996 Toyota Starlet is newer by 12 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 134 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Starlet |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |