1993 Citroen Bx vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Bx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Bx would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Bx. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 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, 2005 Honda Civic (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Bx | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
