1984 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 106 is newer by 20 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 106. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 106. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2004 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 106 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| 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 | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
