1986 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 154 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Punto |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
