1990 Citroen BX vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Because 1967 Opel Kadett 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 1967 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1967 Opel Kadett (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | BX | Kadett |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |