1984 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 27 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 466 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 212 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 | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
