1985 Citroen BX vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 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 1 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 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 1957 Fiat 1200. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
