1990 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 11 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (141 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Because 2001 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Lotus Elise (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | BX | Elise |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |