1987 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Kia Potentia 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Potentia weights approximately 535 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2001 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
