1986 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 24 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 35 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, 1986 Citroen BX (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Materia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
