1990 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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, 2010 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 405 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, 2010 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
