1983 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 28 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), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 115 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | 500 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |