1983 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,139 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037. (238 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | Lancia 037 | BX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
