1988 Citroen BX vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 123 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.
Because 1965 Holden EH 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 1965 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | BX | EH |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
