1982 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen BX weights approximately 46 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
