1984 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 28 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | BX | i20 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
