1990 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX 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 27 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Citroen C 15. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1997 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
