1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 254 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GT | BX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
