1985 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1985 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | BX | Charmant |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |