1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1984 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | BX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
