1983 Citroen BX vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 101 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, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
