1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1989 Citroen BX
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen BX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1989 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | BX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
