1986 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 675 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
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, 2010 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 2010 Kia Venga | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | BX | Venga |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 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 | 1035 kg | 1710 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |