1986 Citroen BX vs. 1981 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Argenta (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1981 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Argenta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
