1985 Citroen BX vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | BX | 616 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |