1990 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 92 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | 2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2489 mm |
