1983 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 21 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Doblo (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 334 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, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2004 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 102 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 | 1224 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 |
