1987 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Today |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
