1986 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Honda Life
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 Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. 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, 1986 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 1974 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | Life |
Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |