1986 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2006 Rover Streetwise is newer by 20 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover Streetwise (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 240 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, 2006 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2006 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | BX | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
