1986 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 14 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 345 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Puma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
