1983 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 29 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), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 173 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | 500 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2301 mm |