1983 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia 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, 1983 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 166 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | BX | Fabia |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |