1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1987 Citroen BX
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1987 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GT | BX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
