2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1982 Citroen BX
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen BX weights approximately 446 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 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 2000 Caterham 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1982 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | 21 | BX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
