1986 Citroen Bx vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1986 Citroen Bx is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Bx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Bx (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Bx weights approximately 275 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Citroen Bx (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Bx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Bx | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Bx | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
