1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1991 Citroen BX
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 70 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1991 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Junior | BX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| 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 | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
