1991 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Riley 4 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX.
Because 1969 Riley 4 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 1969 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1969 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen BX | 1969 Riley 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | BX | 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |