2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 18 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. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1983 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Osee | BX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
