1984 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 160 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.
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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
