1990 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 18 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 170 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, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2008 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | BX | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
