1992 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.
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, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen BX | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | BX | Materia |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |