1985 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 24 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, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 386 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, 2009 Honda Insight (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2009 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Insight |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
