1986 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 44 kg more than 1975 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 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
