1982 Citroen BX vs. 1978 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Citroen BX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen BX weights approximately 116 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 1982 Citroen BX (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 1978 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
