1992 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena is newer by 20 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Proton Arena weights approximately 105 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, 2012 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | BX | Arena |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
