1983 Citroen BX vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta 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 17 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (45 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
