1990 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Today |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
