1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, both 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1986 Citroen BX were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,139 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 | BX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 2139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
