1985 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1987 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX 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 18 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1987 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2300 mm |
