1988 Citroen BX vs. 1964 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX.
Because 1964 Nissan Cedric is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Cedric 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, 1964 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1964 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | BX | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
