1985 Citroen BX vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
