1992 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 435 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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, 1992 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen BX | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | BX | Fellow |
Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 59 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2100 mm |