1985 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 304.
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, 1985 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1974 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | 304 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
