1984 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Alto is newer by 24 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, 2008 Suzuki Alto (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Alto.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 2008 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | BX | Alto |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |