2008 Citroen C1 vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1.
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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 1984 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C1 | BX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
