1988 Citroen BX vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | BX | 220 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
