1993 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 18 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen BX (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1993 Citroen BX.
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 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen BX | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | C3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
