1987 Citroen BX vs. 1976 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 358 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1987 Citroen BX (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1976 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |
