1987 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 25 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 470 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | BX | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2642 mm |
