1985 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Carina weights approximately 60 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 1972 Toyota Carina 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 1972 Toyota Carina. 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, 1972 Toyota Carina (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Carina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |