1983 Citroen BX vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Punto |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
