2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1987 Citroen BX
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1987 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | BX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
