1984 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 400 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Forte |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
