1984 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 29 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 348 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, 2013 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Forte |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
