1985 Citroen BX vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | BX | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
