1983 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1998 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 15 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 161 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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 1998 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |