1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1983 Citroen BX (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Citroen BX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Alfasud | BX |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |