1984 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 12 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 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 150 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Brava |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1369 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 64.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |