1985 Citroen BX vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. 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, 1985 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | 127 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
