2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1987 Citroen BX
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 20 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 1987 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Aveo | BX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
