1988 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Honda 1300
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda 1300 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1970 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | 1300 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |