1993 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 1993 Citroen BX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen BX (74 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen BX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. 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, 1993 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen BX | 1975 Honda Life | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | Life |
Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 30 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |