1984 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 21 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, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | BX | Atos |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
