1983 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 291 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, 1970 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
