1991 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 200 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.
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, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1996 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
