1987 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Citroen C2
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 19 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. Both 1987 Citroen BX and 2006 Citroen C2 are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C2 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C2 weights approximately 100 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.
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, 2006 Citroen C2 (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2006 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | C2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
