1990 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
