1991 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lotus Eclat 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 1974 Lotus Eclat. 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | BX | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
