1987 Citroen BX vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Saab Sonett (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Saab Sonett should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett.
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, 1967 Saab Sonett (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Saab Sonett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | BX | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
