1986 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | BX | Prisma |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |