1985 Citroen BX vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 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 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 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 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 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 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | 127 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
