1984 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena 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, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 2003 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Siena |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.9 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 | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |