2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. Both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 1983 Citroen BX are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (72 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1983 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | BX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
