2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | BX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
