1986 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 17 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, 2003 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 170 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, 2003 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Fit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
