1988 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | 616 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
