1992 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 18 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 420 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | BX | Getz |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
