1983 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 13 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 150 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Marea |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
