1992 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 120 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, 2004 Honda Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| 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 | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
