1986 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 137 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
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 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
