1984 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 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. Both 1984 Citroen BX and 2005 Peugeot 206 are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 184 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.
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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 206 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 174 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 | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
