1988 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
