1984 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 94 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Lancia Stratos 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 1979 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
