1985 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 335 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.
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, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Capital |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
