1985 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 21 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 200 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 580 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| 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 | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
