1985 Citroen BX vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 171 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 | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |