1990 Citroen BX vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300.
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, 1990 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
