1991 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 19 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 394 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, 2010 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen BX | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | BX | Forte |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |