1989 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Fairlady 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 1974 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1974 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen BX | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | BX | Fairlady |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |