1984 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 271 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 Soul (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul 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 Soul | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Soul |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
