1985 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 15 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, 2000 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Avella weights approximately 25 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Avella |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
