1990 Citroen BX vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
