1984 Citroen BX vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
