1987 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 14 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 4 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 84 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. 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, 2001 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Insight |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
