1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1982 Citroen BX
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 244 kg more than 1982 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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 1982 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Beretta | BX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
