1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, both 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1983 Citroen BX were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1983 Citroen BX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Spider | BX |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |