1983 Citroen BX vs. 1988 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1988 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Panda. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 219 kg more than 1988 Fiat Panda. 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 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1988 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Panda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
