1986 Citroen Bx vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 25 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Bx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Bx (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 45 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, 1986 Citroen Bx (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Bx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Bx | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Bx | i20 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2525 mm |
