1984 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 17 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 325 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | BX | 146 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
