1992 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 285 kg more than 1968 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Kadett 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 1968 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Citroen BX (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
