1986 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Honda 145
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 145 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1986 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, 1974 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1974 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | 145 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |
