1983 Citroen BX vs. 1976 Fiat 133
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat 133 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 1976 Fiat 133. 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 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1976 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | 133 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |
