1985 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Seat 1430.
Because 1975 Seat 1430 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 1975 Seat 1430. 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, 1975 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | BX | 1430 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |