1985 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 18 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, 1985 Citroen BX (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Life |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
