1984 Citroen BX vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 19 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, 2003 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart.
Because 2003 MCC Smart 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 2003 MCC Smart. 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, 2003 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Citroen | MCC |
| Model | BX | Smart |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
