1983 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Doblo is newer by 20 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2003 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
