1986 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2001 Seat Tango is newer by 15 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Tango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 320 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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 2001 Seat Tango | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | BX | Tango |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |