1983 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1969 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
