1986 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 4 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 9 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. 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 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
