1984 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 17 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 460 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.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 2001 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | BX | Leon |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |