1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1982 Citroen BX
To start off, 1982 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen BX weights approximately 6 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1977 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 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1982 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GT | BX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
