1984 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 27 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 11 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2011 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | BX | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 144 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 | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
