2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1987 Citroen BX
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 1987 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1987 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Spark | BX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
