1984 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 26 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, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 385 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, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
