1984 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 160 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 Toyota Vitz (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
