1985 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2003 Toyota Allion 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Allion (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Allion weights approximately 250 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, 2003 Toyota Allion (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX. 2003 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2003 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Allion |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
