1985 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 10 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1995 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
