1985 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 20 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, 2005 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 53 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, 2005 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Micra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |
