1987 Citroen BX vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen BX | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | 1300 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |