1985 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 16 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 425 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
