1984 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 14 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Seicento |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 150 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 | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |