1988 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 54 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
