1988 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (62 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 79 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. 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, 1988 Citroen BX (109 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
