1990 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2001 Peugeot Partner 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot Partner (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 140 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, 2001 Peugeot Partner (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2001 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | BX | Partner |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
