1984 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 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, 2003 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 29 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda.
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, 2003 Fiat Panda (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Panda |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 160 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 | 861 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |