1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 19 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Citroen BX (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | BX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 899 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
