1986 Citroen BX vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. 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 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | Quintet |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |