1993 Citroen Bx vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1993 Citroen Bx is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Bx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Bx (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Because 1960 Skoda 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Skoda 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Bx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Citroen Bx (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Bx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Bx | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
