1986 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX 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 14 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Today |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
