1986 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |
