1982 Citroen BX vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1982 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1982 Citroen BX. 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, 1973 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
