1986 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 27 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 196 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, 2013 Kia SOUL (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | SOUL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
