1985 Citroen BX vs. 1983 Fiat Uno
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 Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 84 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1983 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Uno |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 56 mm |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |