1990 Citroen BX vs. 1978 Simca Horizon
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca Horizon (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca Horizon should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca Horizon weights approximately 125 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.
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, 1978 Simca Horizon (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Simca Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 1978 Simca Horizon has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Simca Horizon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1978 Simca Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | BX | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
