1990 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 150 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, 2000 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |