1985 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Proton Persona
To start off, 1997 Proton Persona is newer by 12 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Proton Persona weights approximately 70 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, 1997 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1997 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | BX | Persona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
