1991 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
