1992 Citroen BX vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Camira weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 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, 1983 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1983 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | BX | Camira |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
