1991 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 280 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
